Getting back in to the work force
Trying to get back in to the Workforce, I was a homemaker for the last 15 years. I have had a few jobs during that time periodically. I drive for Uber and Lyft. I feel like I'm starting over. I need help with interviews. Suggestions please.
Omg I'm in the same boat! I left my job because I have a child with special needs and now she's very independent and almost an adult and I've been out of work since 98 and now that both of my daughters are able to take care of themselves I want to go back to work plus , I'm going through an divorce, I haven't had an interview in so long , I really want to get back into the swing of things I need to figure out where to start! I've been out of the game a longggg time! Nervous but ready to start over!
Update your resume. When you interview be confident and honest about your work experience and how u feel you can impact a company in a positive way.
Hi, Amy!! I was a homemaker for 15 years, too!! I did have a few jobs here and there but my husband was always the breadwinner, of course. But now that we are divorced I'm eager to start fresh! Personally, I got a job at a pharmacy close to my house (I have epilepsy and don't drive so this was convenient, of course) and I've been there for 4 months. It's more like practice for me right now, you know? But in the meantime, I'm redoing my resume, looking over how to do interview questions, and getting LOTS of tips from this site! It's great that you've already started driving with Lyft and uber! That should make you feel so proud. I'll admit, there are some days I think I'm just too scared and can't be the same customer service person I used to be but once I get to work, I see that I really am back to my old self. And it's wonderful;) I wish you the best, Amy!!
Be honest but short, no long explinations. Treat an interview like a court, dont say anything more than nessary.
Hi Amy Carr I think it's amazing that you are getting back to the workforce. What types of jobs have you been applying for? Here are some tips to help you prep for your next interview!
1- Are you dressed to impress? Check out this [great post] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/60d77b2f-6640-5331-8816-dca310ec58bf?from=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.jobcase.com%252Fcommunity) on what to wear during your next interview! Make sure to lay your clean clothes out the night before and check for wrinkles.
2- What to bring? Write down 3-5 questions you want to ask the employer during the interview in a notebook and pack it with your things, along with a few copies of your resume (just in case). Not sure what to ask? Check [these] (https://www.themuse.com/advice/51-interview-questions-you-should-be-asking) 50 questions out! Want to know more about the job’s culture? Then [these] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/d98a6946-b042-5278-8899-45b1326fd186) are the questions for you!
3- What will you say? Use these [conversation starters tricks] (https://www.jobcase.com/conversations/6d46f61d-c53b-5ec5-9d7c-69cc61713f6a) to help you break the ice and fight those potentially awkward silent moments.
4- Did you do your research? Make sure you spend a little time going on the company’s website. Find the specifics of the position you are applying to. Make a list of the skills, knowledge, and professional and personal qualities that are required by the employer and those that are critical for success in the job. Then make another and list all of YOUR qualifications. Draw a line connecting the two that match up. Make it a point to casually highlight these things during the interview. Prove that you are a great fit for them! Also be sure to check out the company’s mission and anything important about them make a note of it. This will help you prepare to answer interview questions about the company should they come up.
5- Did you practice? A few days before, make sure to practice answering some interview questions [such as these] (https://www.themuse.com/advice/how-to-answer-the-31-most-common-interview-questions). This will help give you a chance to prepare and practice answering, and will also help boost your confidence.
Wishing you nothing but the best, you've got this!!
Sure thing Amy Carr , we can help you with interviews but first... what type of job(s) are you looking for? Do you have a resume? Doesn't matter if theres gaps. We just need to get a better idea of your skills and previous work experience.
Upload it onto your Jobcase profile when you have a moment and reach back out to me when you're done. I'll connect you with job leads and hiring opportunities for the jobs you want. Thanks
Another suggestion is to try Goodwill Job Connection. They can help you with resume and interview tips.